This week Physics students performed a lab to study frequencies and wavelengths. Each lab group used a PVC pipe and a microphone sensor along with a computer. By hitting the end of the pipe first with one finger, then with the palm, the students were able to set up two different frequencies in the pipes […]
Here is a little art history about the Pop Art Movement from the 1960’s: everyone knows Andy Warhol, but do you know about Claes Oldenburg? This week, our Art 1 & 2 students learned about Claes Oldenburg who was the premier sculptor of the Pop Art Movement (pop stands for popular). Pop Art was about American […]
This past week Mr. Pierce led our Lower School in fun, energetic, and worshipful praise songs. If you haven’t been to our Lower School chapel yet, it is truly an uplifting, spirit-filled service! 4th graders from Mrs. Dawkins’ class lead us in our pledges, prayers, and The Guard Charge. This week Mr. Pierce also had […]
7th grade Humanities students in Mrs. Figueroa’s & Mrs. Mattay’s classes continued their study of Manifest Destiny this week. After analyzing John Gast’s painting, American Progress, students discussed the causes, effects, and long-term results of westward expansion. The lesson came to life when students created an illustration that predicted what Manifest Destiny might look like between […]
Sixth graders have been learning about heat transfer in science class this week. To further their understanding, students tested out the position of a chocolate chip relative to a heat source and predicted and then observed the melting pattern. Students then moved their heat source and tried predicting a second time. During this lab, students observed […]
Second and Third graders are currently working on a painting inspired by an artist named Wassily Kandinsky – one of the world’s first abstract artists – born in Moscow in 1866. Before beginning their painting, we looked at several of his artworks and discussed how Kandinsky’s art changed throughout his career. We decided his earlier […]
Brook Hill JV received 12 points from Jermiah McGowen and 11 from Jacob Yeager to overpower Garland Brighter Horizons JV 54-28 on Tuesday. The victory raised the Guard’s overall record to 12-5. Brook Hill JV will be back on the floor Friday at Dallas Shelton. Guard Stats Scoring (54): Jermiah McGowen 12, Jacob Yeager 11, […]
From the desk of Ginger Bell, Director of Family and Alumni Relations: It brings such pleasure to share this praise with you this week. So many of you have been praying for BH mom, Christi Wyatt Zimmerman as she faces off against ALS. You may recall we prayed her trip to Israel for a stem cell […]
On Sunday afternoon Mr. Ramirez held a Laser Tag event in the gymnasium for our boarding students. Students came out and participated in competition style Laser Tag. It was a great way for the students to let out some energy and run around for a couple hours!
From the desk of Jessica Mize, ACE Coordinator: Last week I mentioned a few healthy practices students can adopt for initiating steps to a successful second semester. Below is a recap of those: Kick the procrastination habit and replace it with better time management skills High school is a great time to try something new […]
Just because the school day ends doesn’t mean Brook Hill students stop studying. Students are so creative in finding almost anywhere to sit down with others and brainstorm over the day’s lessons and assignments. We call that being resourceful!
Ten Brook Hill juniors spent Friday with business and industry partners from the Tyler community. Students heard presentations and asked questions so that they could better understand a typical work day in their intended field of study. The business partners shared valuable information with the students about their careers, experience, and education. Presentations included: Arts, Audio/Video Technology […]